nopeusarvo

Nopeusarvo is a Finnish term that literally translates to “speed value.” It is a generic, neutral label used in technical and everyday contexts to refer to a numeric representation of speed within a system, measurement, or dataset. The word combines nopeus (speed) with arvo (value), a common pattern in Finnish for naming parameters.

In physics and engineering contexts, nopeusarvo denotes a quantified speed used in equations, simulations, or specifications. It can be expressed in standard units such as meters per second (m/s) or kilometers per hour (km/h). As a variable, it may be subject to constraints, conversions, or dynamic changes over time.

In transport, nopeusarvo can appear in manuals, software, or automotive systems to describe a configured or measured speed. For example, it might refer to the current reading from a speed sensor, a target speed in cruise control, or a threshold used by safety systems. It is distinct from related terms like nopeusrajoitus (speed limit) and nopeusmittari (speedometer), though the concepts may be closely linked in practice.

In data collection and software, nopeusarvo is often a field or parameter in records and configurations. For instance, a dataset tracking vehicle motion might include a column labeled nopeusarvo to store instantaneous speeds, while a robotics or animation system might use it to control motion velocity.

See also: nopeus, nopeusmittari, nopeusrajoitus.